Mrs. Reagan Decorates the Blue Room Tree with Official White House Ornament

In this photograph, taken by Mary Anne Fackelman on December 10, 1982, First Lady Nancy Reagan pauses to smile before hanging the Official White House Christmas Ornament on the Blue Room Christmas Tree. A holiday tradition since 1981, proceeds from the Official White House Christmas Ornament support the White House Historical Association's educational mission of enhancing public knowledge of the White House and preserving the White House Collection. The Official White House Christmas Ornament is also a part of the annual holiday decorations at the White House, and has been featured in a variety of locations including the Blue Room, Vermeil Room, and Library.